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St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Toppesfield Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Toppesfield is a voluntary controlled primary school in Halstead, Essex , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 66 pupils, and a capacity of 98 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.

4–11

Age range

66

Pupils

98

Capacity

67%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Toppesfield Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Toppesfield is managed by Essex and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Essex before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Toppesfield — School Information

Full address
Church Lane, Toppesfield, Halstead, CO9 4DS
Local authority
Essex
School type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
12.1% of pupils
DfE URN
115071

Other Primary Schools in Halstead

If St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Toppesfield is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Halstead are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Toppesfield

Is St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Toppesfield oversubscribed?

St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Toppesfield has a capacity of 98 places and currently has 66 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Essex.

What is the admissions policy for St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Toppesfield?

St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Toppesfield uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Essex before each admissions cycle.

What age range does St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Toppesfield cover?

St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Toppesfield is a primary school in Halstead, Essex, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Toppesfield?

St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Toppesfield was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.